An important step in the production of precipitation over the Rocky Mountains is the formation of clouds. The process of water vapor (gas) turning into water droplets (liquid) is called condensation. Clouds can be made of water droplets or ice crystals.
Condensation and the Formation of Clouds
An important step in the production of precipitation over the Rocky Mountains is the formation of clouds. The process of water vapor (gas) turning into water droplets (liquid) is called condensation. Clouds can be made of water droplets or ice crystals.Understanding the formation of clouds:
Follow the link below to view a video on cloud formation:
WeatherBug.com - Cloud Formation and Classification Types
Making bigger clouds with cloud seeding:
More Resources:
USGS - The Water Cycle: CondensationCondensation - Geography for Kids
Geography4kids.com: Atmosphere
Image attributions:
Image: 'Typical'
http://www.flickr.com/photos/35557234@N07/5208321582